Table of Contents
⚙️ Auto-generated, pending human review. This page was compiled automatically by a bot from community discussions and has not yet been verified by an editor; details may be imperfect and corrections are welcome. Editors: delete this line once you have reviewed the page.
Slimer
Description
“Slimer” is a *Trichocereus scopulicola* clone originating from New Zealand. As a *T. scopulicola*, it typically exhibits the characteristic features of the species, including a mostly spineless or micro-spined appearance, prominent areoles, and a robust, deep green epidermis.
History & Origin
The clone originates from New Zealand. Community discussion points to prominent New Zealand breeder and collector Ross Gurau (Ross G.) as a primary source of information and distribution for this clone. It has been used in hybridization, such as crosses with the clone “Guru”.
Cultivation Notes
Hybrids utilizing “Slimer” genetics demonstrate exceptional resilience to cold and wet conditions. Cultivators report that these hybrids can successfully endure multiple winters in wet, cold climates without succumbing to rot or significant damage, making it a valuable clone for breeding cold-hardy *Trichocereus* varieties.